How To Become a Casting Director for Video

Casting directors are needed for films and television shows.

Casting directors have very important jobs.
Any time something is going to be recorded on video and played back for any audience, whether it's movie, a television commercial or a primetime show, it is the job of a casting director to find actors and actresses to play the parts.
Once the casting director finds people that fit the roles, the chosen actors must be introduced to the producer and director of the video for their approval.
There are no specific professional or educational requirements for becoming a casting director, so becoming one is all about getting involved in the industry.

Instructions

1. Study actors, acting and television.
   As a casting director, you'll be expected to understand what makes one actor perfect for a role and another mediocre.
   The more you are around actors and the more you watch actors perform, the better you'll be able to understand this. Also, go to the theater often, and watch actors perform live.

2. Decide which industry you'd like to go into.
   Casting directors are needed on film sets, for television shows and for commercials.
   You can work for a film studio, for a specific director or for a network.
   Narrowing your preferences will help you to get started.

3. Contact casting directors in the industry you choose, and ask if they are looking for a reliable assistant.
   That will help you to break into the industry.
   Have a professional resume ready to send to them, and contact as many as you can until you find a job.
   Don't expect to get paid much, but expect to learn a lot about the profession of casting director.

4. Keep going to theaters and connecting with actors.
   Try to find up-and-coming talent to suggest to the casting director for whom you are working. That will go a long way to help to build your reputation as someone who can cast roles with talented actors and actresses that fit the part.

5. Pay attention to job openings in the industry you're working in.
   For example, if you're working for a casting director on a film set, stay in touch with directors, producers and people who work for the film studio making the film.
   When you hear of someone looking for a casting director, be the first one there offering your services. Getting a referral or recommendation from someone in the industry is a big help, so maintain good relationships and let everyone know that you aspire to be a casting director.

References

• Film School: Becoming a Casting Director